exploration
word
/ˌɛkspɫɝˈeɪʃən/
/ɛksplɔːɹˈeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of searching, studying, or traveling through a place to discover new things. It can refer to learning about unfamiliar areas, ideas, or topics.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both literal (geography, space) and figurative (learning, ideas) contexts. Collocations: 'space exploration', 'oil exploration', 'exploration of ideas'. More formal/academic than 'adventure'.
Spanish: exploraciónPortuguese (BR): exploraçãoPortuguese (PT): exploraçãoChinese (Simplified): 探索Chinese (Traditional): 探索Hindi: अन्वेषणArabic: استكشافBengali: অন্বেষণ - অনুসন্ধানRussian: исследование - изучениеJapanese: 探検 - 探索Vietnamese: khám phá - thám hiểmKorean: 탐험 - 탐색Turkish: keşif - araştırmaUrdu: تلاش - جستجوIndonesian: penjelajahan - eksplorasi
Example Sentences
Science often begins with exploration and curiosity.
basic
The exploration of space has led to many discoveries.
basic
She enjoys the exploration of new cities.
basic
Their trip was all about the exploration of hidden beaches.
natural
The documentary focuses on the exploration of human emotions.
natural
For him, cooking was an exploration of new flavors and cultures.
natural